Warren Doll Poet Free verse

A Leaving

What should we name the death of family members or close friends? 
These are not mere departures like a vacation or extended trip; as we know we will see them again. 
These are heartbreaking and gut wrenching, with all loss of contact. They are no longer in our life.  The name to best describe it is A Leaving.

A Leaving

When she died, the quiet of it all
As machines went silent
Taking a last loving look
While weeping bitter tears
Contemplating the beauty of her life well lived
Always to remain in memory
Missing and grieving her for countless years
Yet, finding no comfort.

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Constance La France November 23, 2020 at 3:44 PM Warren, congratulations on your win in the contest with this wonderful write _Constance Warren Doll November 24, 2020 at 9:43 AM Constance, thanks for you positive comments and for stopping by ~ Warren

Jo Chamberlain November 22, 2020 at 2:31 PM It's never easy when we lose those we love, "A leaving" is very fitting. Congratulations on your winning placement. Warren Doll November 24, 2020 at 9:41 AM Joanna, thanks so much. I'm glad that you liked it~ Warren

Janice Canerdy November 22, 2020 at 12:33 PM CONGRATS on your well-deserved win, Warren. Janice Warren Doll November 24, 2020 at 9:34 AM Janice, thanks for stopping by and for your congratulations~ Warren

Linda Alice Fowler November 22, 2020 at 8:36 AM Congratulations on the win Warren! Linda Warren Doll November 24, 2020 at 9:28 AM Linda, thanks very much~ Warren

Sherry Asbury December 10, 2018 at 1:23 PM Such loving beauty and passion. You bring the meaning of losing to a fine art. May your grieving c.ease with time Warren Doll December 11, 2018 at 4:45 PM Hi Sherry, what a sincere comment. I appreciate your support. All the best ~Warren

Mike Gentile December 5, 2018 at 8:55 AM Especially at this time of year, I think we most contemplate those we have lost. Your most eloquent words convey with deep meaning. The title says it all ! Well Done Warren Doll December 6, 2018 at 8:56 AM You are so right, Mike. I always miss them most acutely during the Holidays. Thanks so much for your support.~Warren

Winged Warrior December 5, 2018 at 6:46 AM A lovely sad write my friend...but they are waiting for us...love & light...^WW^ Warren Doll December 6, 2018 at 8:52 AM I hope to see them again. Your visit and comments are always appreciated, WW. Peace~ Warren

Sherry Asbury December 4, 2018 at 2:40 PM How poignant...I love the way you manage describe her without being overt about it...ethereal beauty. Warren Doll December 6, 2018 at 8:49 AM Thanks so much for your positive comments, Sherry. Warm wishes~ Warren

M. L. Kiser December 2, 2018 at 9:36 PM "A Leaving" fits so much better and it doesn't seem quite as painful to hear. Beautifully penned. Warren Doll December 3, 2018 at 7:31 AM Thanks so much for your positive comments and visit, M.L..

Charles Messina December 2, 2018 at 8:20 AM Yes, "A Leaving" sounds about right. but "A Blessing" could work as well. for we are all blessed to have had them in our lives. Great Write, Warren... God Bless Warren Doll December 2, 2018 at 3:38 PM Absolutely agree that they are a blessing. Thanks very much for your positive comments and support. Peace~ Warren

Jennifer Proxenos December 2, 2018 at 12:57 AM I am very sad for you Warren - yes we lose our loved ones, their physical absence is intolerable, we must therefore believe that we shall be reunited as pure souls in the Kingdom of Heaven. I know that if we have lived a good life on earth we shall be re-united! I sometimes do some soul searching and wonder If I fit into this category, I pray I do. God Bless Warren, Jennifer Warren Doll December 2, 2018 at 3:35 PM Hi Jennifer, It is so sad. I do look forward to seeing them again. Thanks for your caring comments and visit. Peace~ Warren

Anne-Lise Andresen December 1, 2018 at 1:22 PM - They will always stay in our minds ... a sad but beautiful poem, Warren :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Warren Doll December 2, 2018 at 3:23 PM Hi Anne-Lise, always great to hear from you. I'm always grateful for those in my life, but miss them so much when they leave. Thanks for your visit and support. Sending an extra big warm hug your way~Warren

Lawrence Sharp December 1, 2018 at 7:36 AM Very well written, Warren, a profound and sobering expression of the greatest loss that we can suffer. Warren Doll December 2, 2018 at 3:25 PM Thanks so much for your positive comments, Lawrence. Your critique is always appreciated~ Warren.

Deb Radke November 29, 2018 at 6:36 PM Heartbroken and gut-wrenching. This is exactly the feeling at the loss of a loved one. You have captured so well the aftermath of death. All goes quiet and we grieve forevermore. Well done, Warren. My best. Deb Warren Doll November 30, 2018 at 10:44 AM Hi Deb, anyone who has lost a family member or close friend understands these feelings. They are most acute around the Holidays. Thanks for you visit and support. Warm wishes~ Warren

Chris Green November 28, 2018 at 4:27 PM Nicely done Warren. Quite sad and deep and so well done. Warren Doll November 29, 2018 at 7:21 AM Chris, thanks so much for the positive comments. Your visit is greatly appreciated~ Warren